An Occlusion of This Blood Vessel is Most Apt to Cause

Question

An occlusion of this blood vessel is most apt to cause difficulties in cognition.
A) Common carotid artery
B) Portal vein
C) Subclavian artery
D) Median cubital vein

Accepted Answer

The common carotid artery supplies blood to the brain, specifically to the frontal, temporal and parietal lobes. An occlusion of this blood vessel can result in a reduction of blood flow to these areas, which can cause difficulties in cognition such as confusion, disorientation, and memory loss.